Explainers

Find out all the answers to your questions on sanctions adopted by the European Union in response to Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine. 

Migrant smuggling and human trafficking exploit vulnerable people and fuel organised crime. Find out how the EU and member states work together to prevent these crimes, disrupt criminal networks and protect victims.

The European Union stands united in supporting chemical disarmament and non-proliferation, and in the fight against impunity for the use of chemical weapons.

The EU is increasing its defence spending through several initiatives and instruments within the EU budget.

The EU supports the territorial integrity, sovereignty, stability and political independence of Lebanon and the Lebanese government's efforts towards reform.

The EU and the US have the world's most extensive bilateral trade and investment relationship and work together to tackle global security challenges.

The EU is working on new rules to unlock the full potential of the single market for financial services, making it easier to invest and raise financing across borders.

The EU has adopted sanctions targeting individuals and entities responsible for hybrid threats and campaigns against the EU and its member states.

The Ukraine Facility provides Ukraine with financial support to bolster the country's financial stability, recovery and modernisation, keep its public administration running and support its reform efforts.

Waste is a hazard for the environment and human health. The EU works to prevent and better manage waste, and foster a more circular economy.